Surrounded by thick forest of teak on one side, the seasonal island of Orchha on river Betwa provided an ideal location for the new Capital of Bundelas. The Cidatel on the island consists many buildings of archaeological importance including Raja Mahal, Jahangir Mahal, Sheesh Mahal, Unth Khana etc. Built in 9th Century, Chaturbhuj Temple lies opposite to citadel on the other side of the river.